# An Accredited Skills Development Provider (SDP) or Assessment Centre for the Development of Assessment Tools for the Occupational Qualification: Production Process Machine Operator and Assembler (102580).

> This tender closed on 2026-10-21.

- **Reference:** RFQ-LEA-26-27-180(01)
- **Issuer:** [Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services SETA (merSETA)](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/issuer/manufacturing-engineering-and-related-services-seta-merseta.md)
- **Region:** Gauteng
- **Type:** Request for quotation
- **Published:** 2026-10-14
- **Closing date:** 2026-10-21 14:00 SAST
- **Sectors:** [Education services](https://za.bidwunder.com/tenders/sector/P85.md)

## Summary

#### Overview
**Procurement of an Accredited Skills Development Provider (SDP) or Assessment Centre to develop Assessment Tools for the Occupational Qualification: Production Process Machine Operator and Assembler (102580).** Bidders must be an accredited SDP or Assessment Centre with a lead SME for the qualification and a team of three Assessors/Moderators, to deliver multiple instruments and a QCTO submission package.

(The Deliverables and team requirements are described in the attached specifications: see Specifications/Description of Goods/Services Required.)


#### Requirements
- The supplier must be an accredited SDP or Assessment Centre and meet merSETA qualification requirements.
- Deliverables: three assessment instruments, one exemplar instrument; a Recognition of Prior Learning toolkit; a Qualification Assessment Specification Addendum (QASA); and support for QCTO approval. (Service Provider for the Provision of an Accredited Skills Development Provider.pdf)
- Lead SME for the qualification and a team of three Assessors/Moderators. (Service Provider for the Provision of an Accredited Skills Development Provider.pdf)
- Project duration: minimum 6 months, maximum 24 months from signature. 
- Returnable documents and compliance: Central Supplier Database (CSD) registration; BBBEE certificate; fully completed SBD forms; tax affairs in order; pricing schedule; references for similar work; VAT-inclusive pricing. (Key information for Bidders / Pricing Schedule sections)

#### How to Apply
- Closing date/time: 21 October 2026 at 12:00. Submission by email to quotations@merseta.org.za; use the RFQ number as subject (RFQ-LEA-26-27-180). (RFQ documentation)
- Submit: Completed RFQ forms (SBD 4, SBD 6.1, SBD 7.1), Pricing Schedule, and supporting documents; include CSD number and BBBEE certificate. (Specifications for Goods Required / Pricing Schedule)
- Price terms: firm prices, VAT included where applicable; inclusive of all related expenses. (Terms and Conditions)
- Compliance: bid must meet all administrative and technical requirements; late submissions are disqualified. (Bidder’s Disclosure / Administrative Requirements)
- Registrations: bid validity, CSD registration, tax clearance; merSETA may require documentary proof for preferences. (Returnable Documents / Preference Points)
- Documentation sources: see Specifications/Description of Goods/Services Required and the Returnable Documents list in the RFQ. (Specifications/Description of Goods/Services Required)

## Description

An Accredited Skills Development Provider (SDP) or Assessment Centre for the Development of Assessment Tools for the Occupational Qualification: Production Process Machine Operator and Assembler (102580).

An Accredited Skills Development Provider (SDP) or Assessment Centre for the Development of Assessment Tools for the Occupational Qualification: Production Process Machine Operator and Assembler (102580).

Conditions: N/A

## Documents

- Service Provider for the Provision of an Accredited Skills Development Provider.pdf..pdf
- Service Provider for the Provision of an Accredited Skills Development Provider.pdf

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